Iodine Lyme Disease
Iodine sometimes is administered as an alternative treatment for Lyme disease. Lyme disease is a tick-borne disease which affects the body's metabolism and neurological functions. Iodine is given to help restore these functions.
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Lyme Disease
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Lyme disease is common tick-related disease in Europe and North America. Ticks are known to host the Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria. Ticks bite their victims and spread the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. Lyme disease can be treated successfully.
Symptoms
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Lyme disease symptoms include: a rash consisting of a red, tender bump that may take a month or more to show up; flu-related symptoms including aching body, chills, fever, headache and excessive tiredness; spreading pain in joints, specifically the knees if the bite remains untreated and becomes infected; and neurological problems including membrane swelling of the brain, numb limbs, partial and temporary paralysis of the face. Lyme disease patients also may suffer from Pyrroluria, an illness affecting the metabolic system.
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Iodine Treatment
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Dr. Dietrich K. Klinghardt reports that iodine is the most important factor in treating a patient with Lyme disease. Liquid iodine is painted on a 2-inch section of the patient's skin. If the iodine is visible after 24 hours, the patient has sufficient levels of iodine in his system. If the iodine disappears and is absorbed through the patient's skin in less than 24 hours, this is a sign of iodine deficiency.
Dr. Dietrich K. Klinghardt
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Dr. Dietrich K. Klinghardt is a German-born doctor known for treating illnesses and acute pain disorders. He studied medicine and psychology in Freiburg, Germany. After completing his studies, Dr. Klinghardt conducted three years of research on autoimmune disorder dysfunctions at Freiburg University. He now practices medicine in Bellevue, Washington. He also teaches at medical workshops throughout Europe and the U.S.
Antiobiotic Treatment
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Oral antibiotics are the standard treatment for early-stage Lyme disease. These usually include doxycycline for adults and children older than eight, or amoxicillin or cefuroxime for adults, younger children, and pregnant or breast-feeding women. If the disease has progressed, intravenous antibiotics are administered to eliminate the infection.
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References
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